Ugh, you guys. I've been feeling so drained the last couple of day's.
Drained that can equally be depression.

It's not the stress of holiday shopping that has been down and I didn't have to go into one single store personally. I was able to avoid all the craziness and have everything shipped to the comfort of my home.

Star Wars The Last Jedi comes out today and I got to watch it with Miguel - eeeee!!

Just in time for the holidays, you can buy a ticket and put it in that special someone's stocking.

But first why not try a fun DIY activity. We go to start celebrating the Star Wars The last Jedi early this week, by making decorating our own mini christmas tree and making some Star Wars ornaments to hang on our tree.

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. We were provided with a gift card to buy our supplies in order to facilitate our post.

Ducktales - Woo-oo!!

Who remembers Donald Ducks and his mischievous little nephews, so many adventures and fun memories. Well, they are back and just in time for the holiday season. A brand new DVD is coming out this Tuesday December 19th and it makes the perfect stocking stuffer.

In honor of it's release we thought it would be cute to make our own stocking Disney/ Ducktales inspired stockings.

Time goes by way too fast and I can't believe that the holiday season is already here.

That means that for the third year in a row I got to kick off the holiday season with the Momtrends Holiday Soiree, which also means that it is my 2 year anniversary being a part of the Momtrends community. Always such a special treat being invited to their events and being able to cover for my blog. As bloggers we always get to meet great new companies and always end up getting pampered in some way, the Momtrends Holiday Soiree is the perfect way to end a year of hard work with an amazing company that gives us so much.

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. We were provided with miniature toys and a gift card to help recreate our own nativity scene. All words and opinions expressed are 100% our own.

'Tis the season for decorating, Seriously when it comes to favorite holidays, Christmas has got to be one of my favorite ones. It brings back so many memories of laughter and pure happiness with my family. I was very excited to be able to re-create a nativity scene with Valentina, because that is one of the things that I always looked forward to when i was little. Putting up our christmas tree with my parents, while we listened to music and setting up our little nativity scene with our baby jesus and wining for the moment my dad put up the star on the Christmas tree. Hands down one of my most treasured memories.

It technically is still not Christmas and we have to wait until after Turkey day but with Sony Pictures releasing it's movie The Star this Friday November 17th, we thought it would be the perfect time to plan and start setting up our Nativity scene that will be going under the Christmas tree.

It's hard to see everything that's going in the world nowadays and I'm not going to lie, there are days when I prefer to stay away from the news.

As a parent I always make sure to talk to my son and remind him that I'm always here for him, no matter what. But I also remember what it's like being a teen and not being able to talk to your parents or family members about everything that's on your mind.

That's why it really is great to see companies that care for their community and people of the world, to come together to launch an amazing program that can make a difference in someones life.

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. We were provided with a digital copy of Cars 3 and party supplies, for us to host our viewing party. All opinions and words are 100% our own.

A few months ago we got to enjoy a rare movie night at the theaters with my husband and kids, where we got to see Cars 3. We've been counting down the days until Cars 3 was released on Digital Copy and Blu Ray. Well the time has come and it was the perfect timing to host a Cars 3 viewing party.

Disclosure: I was invited to attend this event as media. We all received a Tiffen Steadicam Volt for attending. All words and opinions are 100% my own.

I've always loved photography. I think it has something to do with my dad always handing me the camera and making me the official camera girl. No complains on my part, it was always great to be behind the lens and capture special moments. So a few days ago when I got to attend the Techlicious #CTAPhotoNYC event it was truly a dream come true.

Hands up in the air because the Shopkins World Vacation is now out on DVD. It was released last week, on Tuesday October 17th. With the weekend coming up it is the perfect time to host a fun Shopkins World Vacation party or fun movie night.

I was so excited to make some fun and colorful desserts that would match with the Shopkins theme, and that was an easy enough recipe that Valentina could help me out.

The Second Annual Play Fair is coming to NYC and you don't want to miss it!

Last year I missed out on Play Fair due to a broken toe and looking at all th pictures that were shared on social media made me feel even sadder. But this year the kids and I will be heading to what is the best and ultimate play experience for the entire family.

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. We were sent a copy of Disney Vampirina for reviewing purposes. All words and opinions expressed are 100% my own.

Have you guys met the newest Disney family member?

She is the cutest little blue vampire with pointy teeth. Vampirina has a new series on Disney Junior that teaches kids how beautiful it is to be different and how to embrace being the way that you are.

Vampirina is now on DVD, which was released last week October 17th and to celebrate we decided to make some yummy treats that we could enjoy while we watched Vampirina.

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post in partnership with New Balance and Meredith Productions. All words and opinions are 100% my own.

As a mom and runner my number one concern is always comfort for my feet. After all they carry us around every day. It can be hard to find a shoe that looks good and offers the comfort that is needed to help carry us through the day. But who said you always have to give up looks for comfort. A few days ago I was introduced to the Fresh Foam Arishi by New Balance shoe and let me tell you that I'm not lying when I tell you that they haven't left my feet ever since.

Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Momtrends in partnership with Meredith Publications, Munchkin Visit Williamsburg, New Balance Jif, and Swaddle Me. All words and opinions expressed are 100% my own.

A mom's night out is something I always dream of. Don't get me wrong, it's not that I wish to not be with my kids it's just that a little me time is always a plus.

Everyone that knows me, knows that a relaxed me = a happy mommy.

Who better than Momtrends and Meredith Publications to along with some other amazing brands to know just the kind of pampering that moms need. Mom's Night Out 2 was here and just like last years Mom Night Out it was a memorable one full of yummy food, great brands and friends that feel like family.

Disclaimer:As an Oriental Trading Brand Ambassador, I receive product for review purposes. As always all opinions and words are 100% my own.

One of the best parts of Halloween for me is seeing the kids all dressed up and saying Trick- or- Treat and the worst part is going somewhere when Trick-or-treating has just started and there is a sign that says all out of candy. No, I don't mean houses I mean store fronts, pharmacy store fronts to be exact. We spend so much money at certain places through out the year and to go on Halloween and see them not want to invest a little bit for the kids really is bad and has made me not shop at certain places anymore. Oriental Trading makes it very easy and affordable to buy candy or other fun goodies to give out on Halloween.

I've been holding back these past few days on writing this post. But this is my little corner of the internet and for a long time now it has been a place where I come to vent or just ramble on about my feelings. The truth is that nowadays we are living in a very scary place and it scares me every time that my son walks out the door.

Disclaimer:As an Oriental Trading Brand Ambassador, I receive product for review purposes. As always all opinions and words are 100% my own.

Fall means cooler weather and tons of hot coffee, for me at least. But that also means that all the holidays are right around the corner. one of our favorite holidays is definitely Halloween. It is when we have the most fun decorating our home and thanks to Oriental Trading for making decoration shopping fun, easy and affordable.

Disclaimer:As an Oriental Trading Brand Ambassador, I receive product for review purposes. As always all opinions and words are 100% my own.

As a mom of two who does all the shopping and manages the household expenses, I'm always looking for ways to save money. Especially when Halloween comes around and it's time to buy the Halloween costumes. Costumes can cost as much as $60 and with two kids that would be about $120.00 for just two costumes. This year we decided to buy Valentina's Halloween Costume online at Oriental Trading.

Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. I was provided with a roundtrip car service to and from the airport in order to facilitate this review. All words and opinions expressed are 100% my own.

New York City driving can be scary, especially if you and your kids are passengers. Nothing like a long car ride and your child on your lap. As a family that travels to Mexico every Summer we rely on NYC taxi car rides to go to the airport and to come back home, that means that since we don't own a car seat we also rely on the car service and their car seats, if they have any at all. A few years back we got to actually try the car seat for a shuttle airport service and it was a nightmare. The car seat was all broken, dirty and just not comfortable. A few days back we had the opportunity to experience a car service that was completely the opposite from that bad experience a few years ago and I am here to share with you, why the next time you ride to the airport or need a ride from the airport to your home or hotel you need to make sure it is with KidMoto.

I look at this picture and it's hard to believe that it was 14 years ago that I entered this journey called motherhood. My first born who will always be my baby is also almost a young man, who will be going off to college in just a few years, in less than 5 years to be exact.

One thing that I also noticed is that I've never written Miguel's birth story and I think that it is about time that his birth story was told.

For todays Wednesday Wish List Back To School edition we will focus on the wee ones, our little ones ages 0-23 months. They also get to look cool even if they don't go back to school. We do need to make sure that they are looking as cute as their older siblings.

It's Wednesday and that means it's time for another wish list, since school is right around the corner we will be focusing on fun outfits for Back To School. Today we will look at some outfits inspired for girls and boys ages 1-14 years.

We are already half way through Summer and that means that September is right around the corner. Most of you have already been shopping around or you are waiting for those sales to start popping up. I finally found out about Orchestra French Clothes for Kids and OMG! Their clothes is adorable.

Amazing prices and the cutest clothes. Today's wish list is clothes from their website and for the little ones who might be starting Daycare or Pre-K, but don't fret they have sizes that run up to 14 years.

Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. I was invited to attend the Momtrends Back to School bash and received a gift bag in exchange.

Picture courtesy of Momtrends photographer

How is it possible that Summer is already half way done and we are already in the month of August.

That means that Back To School shopping is in full force.

With a long list of must buy school supplies and so many to pick from, it can be a little overwhelming. A few days ago I got to attend the Momtrends Back To School Bash and check out what's hot for this upcoming School season 2017 and what's a must try.

It's been a little quiet around my corner of the internet, and I've shied away from social media as well. After two years of being diagnosed with cancer, my mother in law has passed away and there are no words to explain what we are all feeling.

Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. We were provided with materials to make our own mini treasure chest and screening passes to watch an early showing of the movie. All words and opinions are 100% my own as always.

Have you ever wondered about your most treasured possessions?

With the new Pirates of The Caribbean movie coming out we thought what better way to celebrate than to decorate our own little mini treasure chest, something where we could put some of our most treasured items and guard like a pirate would guard his treasure chest.

About Me

Karina

Mom of 2, married to her soulmate. Welcome to my little space of the internet. I've been blogging for almost a decade, because writing and connecting with people has always been my passion. Here you will find a little bit of everything from everyday ramblings, adventures in the city that never sleeps and some of our favorite products.